A man's guide to a nursing career [E-Book]

By:

O'Lynn, Chad E [author]

Contributor(s):

Publisher: New York : Springer Publishing Company, [2013]Description: 1 online resource (xvii, 211 pages)Content type:

text

Media type:

computer

Carrier type:

online resource

ISBN:

9780826106865
0826106862
1784021512
9781784021511

Subject(s):

NLM classification:

WY 191

Online resources:

Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust OpenAthens account holders click here for access

Contents:

pt. 1. Why men? Why nursing? Why now? -- What can nursing bring to you? -- Men in nursing--it's not something new! -- Does nursing put out the welcome mat to men? -- pt. 2. Making it happen -- Where is the starting line? Getting into nursing school / Stacey Boatright -- How to avoid getting voted off the island: how to survive nursing school -- That's a baby, not a football! Caring and touch from a man's perspective -- pt. 3. The eagle has landed! Working as a registered nurse -- Landing your first job -- Communication: do I really have to talk about baby showers? / Renee G. Heath -- Getting ahead without stepping on toes: transition to practice, professional development, and leadership.

Summary: "This is a nuts and bolts guide to a career in nursing--from the earliest consideration of a nursing career through education and clinical practice--designed specifically for men. Written by the author of Men in Nursing: History, Challenges and Opportunities, it was created at the request of numerous colleagues for a book that addressed the practical needs and concerns of men throughout their nursing career journey. The text presents the numerous career paths available in nursing along with a consideration of their financial benefits, job security, personal fulfillment, and the need for nurses who are adept at information management and high tech-skills. The history of nursing is discussed through biographies of nine remarkable male nurses, offering much needed historical role models. The guide discusses strategies for dealing with a rigorous nursing curriculum compounded by the challenges of anti-male sentiment that is sometimes present. It takes the reader from day one of nursing school through the licensing exam and also addresses the specific needs of second-degree and accelerated program students. The book discusses the obstacles that may result from cross-gender nursing communication and relationships with a focus on teamwork. Also covered are professional development and leadership concerns in light of criticism from some women that men advance for self-serving reasons or 'on the backs' of women colleagues. Key Features: Discusses how to navigate the rigors of nursing school along with strategies for success; Explains how cope with anti-male sentiment; Describes how to create an application that stands out from the pack; Helps male students to boost caring skills and touch patients in ways that reflect professionalism, empathy, and skill; Includes helpful advice for landing a first job."--Publisher's description.

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Item type	Home library	Class number	URL	Status	Date due	Barcode
Electronic book	Stenhouse Library		Link to resource	Available

Includes bibliographical references and index.

"This is a nuts and bolts guide to a career in nursing--from the earliest consideration of a nursing career through education and clinical practice--designed specifically for men. Written by the author of Men in Nursing: History, Challenges and Opportunities, it was created at the request of numerous colleagues for a book that addressed the practical needs and concerns of men throughout their nursing career journey. The text presents the numerous career paths available in nursing along with a consideration of their financial benefits, job security, personal fulfillment, and the need for nurses who are adept at information management and high tech-skills. The history of nursing is discussed through biographies of nine remarkable male nurses, offering much needed historical role models. The guide discusses strategies for dealing with a rigorous nursing curriculum compounded by the challenges of anti-male sentiment that is sometimes present. It takes the reader from day one of nursing school through the licensing exam and also addresses the specific needs of second-degree and accelerated program students. The book discusses the obstacles that may result from cross-gender nursing communication and relationships with a focus on teamwork. Also covered are professional development and leadership concerns in light of criticism from some women that men advance for self-serving reasons or 'on the backs' of women colleagues. Key Features: Discusses how to navigate the rigors of nursing school along with strategies for success; Explains how cope with anti-male sentiment; Describes how to create an application that stands out from the pack; Helps male students to boost caring skills and touch patients in ways that reflect professionalism, empathy, and skill; Includes helpful advice for landing a first job."--Publisher's description.

Print version record and online resource; title from PDF title page (EBSCOhost eBook Collection, viewed April 7, 2014).

English.

WorldCat record variable field(s) change: 650

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